I’ve talked about how I’m really trying to lessen my clothing buying and save the major purchases for (mostly) seasonal, and lucky for you lot (& okay, me) it's almost autumn. It's been a minute since I've browsed the 'new in' on ASOS (the outlet has been the object of my affection as of late) but I always seem to find quite a few gems.

How Blogging Changed My Thoughts On Fashion

One of my biggest influences has always been fashion. The playing of trends and patterns and creating new outfits inspires me, as well as the whole of fashion. I'm continually wanting to learn fresh things in the industry and I started blogging so I could teach y'all what I learned. 

So has blogging changed my perception of fashion & style at all? 

The Edit | It’s Almost Autumn & Here’s What I'm Wearing This Season

Fashion is always a season ahead, so sue me if that means I am too.

There’s something about digging into your wardrobe each season, seeing what kind of pieces you’re in need of and making room for them, and autumn is one of my favorite seasons to dress for.

Must Have Pleated Number

I've added yet another dress to the collection, this one a gorgeous pleated floral number I recently picked up from Target. 

Three Wardrobe Staples To Take You Into Autumn

I know August has just begun but let's face it- it's time to start getting in the autumnal mindset and thinking about transitional wardrobe pieces. 

As much as I believe in shopping seasonally, I think it's also smart to look through your wardrobe and see what can be used to transition into the new season. Whilst there are many a piece you can use transitionally, I've rounded it down to three that can be styled in a number of ways. 

What Kae Wore | A Week In Outfits

I love a good 'week in outfits' post and lately I've been drawing a lot of inspo from Emily's version. I did one of these at the beginning of summer for summer appropriate workwear, and now I'm back with more of what I wear during a typical work week.

August '19 Mood Board + Letter From The Editor

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August is definitely the Sunday of summer, no? Days are getting the tiniest bit shorter and there's a crispness in the air that tells us autumn is near. 

The Perfect Under $35 Late Summer Dress

The Problem With Fast Fashion

You may remember the post I did awhile back covering tips on how to shop sustainably (you can read it here) & I talked a bit about the issues with fast fashion, but I wanted to go more in depth today. For a long time I ~kind of~ knew about things happening but turned a blind eye because after all, I'm just one person. 

How much could I really affect things? 

Why Fashion Rules Don't Matter

You remember the ~rules~ of fashion. "Don't wear white after labor day!" "Don't mix prints!" "Only wear what's right for your body type!"

Whilst the latter is important in some scenarios, for the most part the rules we used to preach about fashion are outdated and kind of ridiculous. 

My Favorite Way To Style Dress Shorts

If half of my summer (year round?) wardrobe consists of dresses, the other half consists of shorts. Mostly of the denim variety, but I do love a good dress short. 

The Future Of SKS

Before I go any further, I should ease your mind (or disappoint you?) by saying I'm not abandoning the blog. At this point it's become a part of me, and even should it one day drift it'll stay up for archive, I'll make sure of it. 

Style Psychology | Why We Feel Obligated To Buy Outfits For Every Occasion

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Inspiration can strike at the weirdest times, as was the case when I got the inspiration for this post. It all started with a meme. 

My Top Nordstrom Rack Picks

Ah, July. You got your fireworks, your free slurpee day, and the Nordstrom Sale, which is basically Christmas 2.0 in blogger world. 

The thing is, I'm never interested in the sale because A) I don't have a card so no early access= lots of the good stuff is sold out afterwards, & B) because I mostly shop the Rack.

What They Wore | Jane The Virgin Tie-Front Cutout Dress

{Jane photo via Worn On TV)

The latest episode of JTV (before tonight!) had me CAPTIVATED by a specific dress Jane wore. Cutout so it almost looks like a two piece, tie in the front and in the best color stripes. 

"I gotta find this dress," I thought, and so I came up with What They Wore because obviously I wanted to share my findings with you. & yes WTW is a play on What Kae Wore. Sue me.

Let me know if you want more of this!

The Biggest Thing I've Been Doing For My Anxiety

Comin' at you with a non-style post today, huh? I like to catch you off guard. 

When it comes to my anxiety there is a lot of up & down, and I've found a pretty good balance of coping methods over the years. Breathing, chatting with a friend, writing, having a bath... you get the gist. A few years ago I found that working out seemed to help, but I was never super consistent. 

This Instagram-able Dress Is Only $25

Dresses have become such a steady part of my wardrobe that they’re now the go to when making a new clothing purchase, and I was instantly drawn to this piece. 

What Kae Wore | Vacay

Vacation WKW posts are some of my favorite to write because I like finding out what people are wearing on trips, so obviously I like sharing what I wear on them. 

This trip I failed a tiny bit and didn’t snap a couple of the days, but THAT’S OKAY. You’ll get the gist of it. My goal with this travel wardrobe was comfort whilst staying true to my style. As usual, dresses were very involved. 

July '19 Mood Board + Letter From The Editor

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Tips & Tricks For Fitting All Your Clothes Into A Carry On

I started traveling with only a carry on a few years ago, when I wanted to 'stick it to the man' & not pay for a checked bag. Plus, I have a crazy fear of my luggage getting lost (it happens too often, people!) so I'm determined. 

Though it may seem impossible, fitting everything into a carry on can be done, and trust me when I say you feel a sense of 'I can do anything!' once you get it down. 

These are the tricks I swear by: 

The Biggest Thing I Learned During My Twenty Fourth Year

Ah, the birthday post. They come around every year, much like my women's day posts and like those posts, I write with a sense of sentimentality (I am a Cancer, after all) and it's big this year, as I'm hitting twenty five. Officially mid-twenties, (or I've already been in it, according to some of my google search) officially five years until I hit my thirties. 

The Fourth of July Edit

While some people tend to go overboard with the patriotics on the Fourth of July, I do love a good red white & blue ensemble.

How To Create A Travel Wardrobe

Putting together a travel wardrobe is one of the most important parts of packing for a trip. It is what you wear, after all, and it could set the whole mood of the trip. You want to be efficient (especially if you're trying to get it all on a carry on, which we'll talk about soon) and cohesive. 

So how do you do it?

#WhatKaeWears | Summer Appropriate Workwear

Summertime dressing can be a mystery on its own, and throwing in what to wear to work gets exhausting fast.

This Red Dress Is Your New Fave

Sometimes I like to go old school and just show you what I've been wearing, ya know? (speaking of, look out for some more #WhatKaeWore)

Styling Summer Dresses

Dresses are a major staple of my personal style. They're a piece I feel very Kaeleen (perhaps the most?) in, feminine & ready to take on whatever comes my way. It's a good thing too, because in the atrociously hot Texas summers it's about all I can bare to throw on! 

My Exact Formula For Planning & Putting Outfits Together

Putting outfits together can feel daunting if you don't have a plan. Trust me, I've been there. You open your closet, look around, and realize you have no idea what to wear. 

You plan for everything in life- why not what you wear? I always plan out what I'm going to wear the next day the night before, but if you want to be even more organized you can plan your week's outfits out on Sunday night. I need to start doing that!

Fashion Documentaries You Should Be Watching

I'm a huge documentary girl, and true crimes and fashion (of course) are my two main picks. I think immersing yourself into fashion as much as you can is extremely helpful when trying to develop & keep a personal style. It's also good to know what's trending, and sometimes you just wanna watch a good docu!

So here are the four documentaries you MUST watch, hand-picked:

Developing (& Polishing) Your Personal Style

I talk A LOT about curating a personal style. It's so important in building a cohesive wardrobe, shopping with intention, putting outfits together, and overall having a sense of what you like to wear. 

But if you've never developed a personal style, where do you begin? I wrote a small post on this topic a few years ago, but things have changed a bit and it's time to dive DEEP.

So, first things first. 

Style Psychology | Does Dressing Well Make You Smarter?

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Putting on a good outfit can boost your mood, but did you know it can also make you smarter?

The Four Summers Trends To Know About

I covered spring trends at the beginning of the season, so I thought it was only appropriate to let you in on some summer trends. Remember- when working with trends pick a couple that speak to you and incorporate them into your style. 

June '19 Mood Board & Letter From The Editor

{all photos via pinterest}

June happens to be one of my favorite months. It's the beginning of summer & my birthday month (that I get to share with Pride!) plus it's the middle of the year- the perfect time to take inventory of where you're at & reflect. Go on new adventures, wear new outfits, etc. etc.

The See Kae Style Insiders Facebook Group

I've been cooking something up behind the scenes for a minute & now I can share:

I've created a facebook group!

My New Favorite Purchase

Since being more conscious of sustainable shopping, my purchases have been more intentional, (for the most part) only searching for things I could really use. 

Styling Prints On Prints

Prints on prints is a styling method that a lot of people shy away from because they don't think they can pull it off, (I used to be scared to do it) but it’s actually a simple pattern mixing that you can pull  it off if you follow a few rules:

Capsule Wardrobe 101: The What, How, And Why Of Creating A Curated Closet

A couple of looks at my posts & it's enough to know that I currently do NOT practice the capsule wardrobe method, but it's something that interests me & according to the IG polls, it interests y'all too. So today we're diving deep!

The Right Way To Wear Leggings As An Adult

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Leggings might be one of the most controversial pieces of clothing, mainly because of the are leggings pants debate. Well I'm here to answer that question: NO.

End post! Just kidding. There's actually quite a bit to cover on this topic. We know walking around interchanging pants & leggings is a no-go, but what is a go? 

Three Signs You Might Need A Stylist

Let's be real: everyone could benefit from having a stylist. Someone buying clothes for you based on body type, fit, and style? 

Yes please!

But things take an urgent turn when you're in a rut & you don't know up from down when it comes to your clothes.

So, what are the signs you definitely need a stylist?

Style Psychology | Pop Culture's Impact On Fashion

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When you hear the words 'The Rachel', you're instantly transported to '94, (or like, the idea of it since if you're my age you were a literal infant) choppy hair and all. I once read that for a couple of years her photo was the one most brought in to a stylist. 

The Easiest Way To Style Gingham This Spring/ Summer

I've been talking about classic prints lately and I'd definitely add gingham to the list.

It's a classic spring print and with the rise of the square neck, what better way to wear it? 

Does Your Wardrobe Need A Refresh?

IT'S TIME FOR A STYLE QUIZ:

Do you:

1. Feel like you don't have the time to shop for new things in your wardrobe?
2. Look at your closet full of clothes every morning and think 'I have nothing to wear!'
3. Want to learn how to make more outfits out of fewer pieces?

If you answered "yes" to any of these, you're in need of a wardrobe refresh! 

No Excuses: Here's How You Need To Dress For A Job Interview

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What you wear matters.

Have I said that enough times recently? Good, I'll say it some more because it might be the most important thing you read today. What you wear- how you present yourself to the world- matters, & that includes in the workplace. 

How To Style The Denim Dress

I've been an advocate for all things denim for ages, so obviously I'm very into the staple denim dress. It's a piece that I believe could be considered a basic that you should have on hand, as it's versatile & can be easily switched up.